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Preventing Teen Pregnancy
So when is the best time to start talking to your child about sex, teen pregnancy, abstinence and birth control -- according to The American Academy of Pediatrics, the earlier the better. Laying down a firm and open dialogue about sexuality from the start is the best way to keep communication lines open to them. Sex is a natural part of life and you want your child to have a healthy sex life at some point, so by being able to talk openly yet appropriately for their age will help them make better decisions as they get older. Use everyday moments from the birth of a sibling, cousin or friend, to things they might see on TV, billboards or in books, to ideas they pick up on at school.
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